DSCR Loan vs. Conventional Loan?

Which One is Better for Real Estate Investors?

If you’re deciding between a DSCR loan and a conventional loan, the choice depends on your investment goals, income structure, and how fast you want to scale.

Key Differences:

  • Qualification: Conventional loans require tax returns, pay stubs, and employment history. DSCR loans are based on rental income alone.
  • Ownership: DSCR loans can be issued to LLCs; conventional loans are typically in personal names.
  • Speed & Flexibility: DSCR loans close faster with less red tape, ideal for active investors.

When to Use Each:

  • Use DSCR loans when scaling multiple properties or using short-term rentals.
  • Opt for conventional loans if you can easily verify personal income and you are not trying to scale your portfolio

When I first invested in real estate I used conventional financing, but as I scaled my portfolio and shifted to DSCR loans to remove the paperwork burden and hold the properties in an LLC.

Jeff N.
// Full-Time REI in Texas